Hello John, thank you for your quick response and advice. I've only been playing the guitar for a few months but I also play the diatonic accordion, the hurdy-gurdy, the nyckelharpa, so I think I can do it. Congratulations on your commitment to Ukraine and bravo for your videos that I discover. I am 74 years old. Sincerely, Mauritius
Thanks Maurice. I'm sure your musical experience will be a great help. The 70s were good years for me and it sounds like they're going well for you. . John Winn, "The Old Troubadour"
Great work, John! The introduction shows the important connection between the protest songs of the 60’s and your music of today with its emotional message coming straight from the heart. The video is a clean and perfect package, highlighting your voice, wise and clear. Jon James’s accompaniment with the organ brought it all together wonderfully, and the violin added a piercing emphasis and urgency to the song’s theme.
Strong work my friend! As the world, hopefully, turns against this aggression, every voice of reason will inspire more voices to rise. I have no doubt your voice will inspire others to "give peace a chance".
Thank you Linda, When your thoughtful comment came in I was working on a new song book . "A Ballad for Ukraine 2022" is the final musical statement in the book which will be available on Amazon kindle in a few weeks. If you're on FB friend me and I post an announcement when it's published.
ooh my and the tears begin to flow... This newest war has touched me personally, as my brother-in-law and his wife from the Ukraine, stayed in Kiev as long as they dared, before being able to leave ... as far as Hungary .. She has a great love of her country, and wants to be close, to return again.... to her homeland John, you have brought such passion with an understanding in this newest song of your creation. The time for musicians to write again .... To share so many universal feelings... For HOPE in this year, 2022 To give strength ... Thank you ..... dear Troubadour for your words and song this day.... ".... for one more time, give Peace a Chance."
Since I was 2 I've been wishing on "ducks" for peace. A duck is a sugar cube melted in a teaspoon of coffee when the grownups had dessert they gave that to us leetle kids and we were told to wish. I always wished for peace ~ prayers for peace ~ yes now A Ballad for Ukraine in 2022 Thank You John !
Very poignant! Protest songs by the greatest generation for the newest generation in a beautiful medium they'll understand. I fly to Poland to travel to Ukraine on Sunday and will be sure to share your emotional music with our Ukrainian brothers and sisters (a Scotsman sharing American Country music). Keep it up Jon!
Paul Ross , My middle name is Ross, it's been in the family for many generations.. The song's message was inspired the citizens of Ukraine's stiff and righteous resistance to the unholy tyranny of this war. Peace, Love and music forever and ever, Amen. "The Old Troubadour".
@@TheJohnieB So very cool Johnie Beth. Cousin Betsy is in my song, "Flag of Freedom" It won 1st place in a patriotic song writing contest in 1980 in the great state of Maine. I lived there for 16 years. th-cam.com/video/-qhgWshrVf0/w-d-xo.html
@@mariacesarinanoronhamagalh2907 Thanks Maria, Here's a new song that is an extension of The ballad for Ukraine th-cam.com/video/PMjgXIXEFJ8/w-d-xo.html
Great ! I will be #80 too soon . Mtn Mel , Ret. 59- 82 USN , SERE - POW Inst. / VN Advisor here in W. Colo. tipi camp. SUPER job, Thank You !. I'm still learning and teaching my miliary survival skills . Wish I could and I did try to play music .) . But still flying my Powered Para- Glider. Hang in there Trooper ! --- WE got time for more adventures.
Mel , Welcome to the roaring 80s, you are a man after my heart. I volunteered for two years of active reserve in the army in that brief time between Korea and Nam, MOS, Advanced Infantry ,Speedy 4. Screwed up my back in training and never got called up. That is one helluva military resume you have there and "Hang in there" flying that para glider I too live in Western Colorado,.in Grand Junction. Here's my website with more info www.johnwinnmusic.com and I do FB. JRW "
Hi John. Snap ! My name's John winn I live in Bristol England My dad was a miner from country Durham in northern England Can tell you there's a few of us Winn's over here John winn
@@bo-johandahlqvist Here's one of my favorites from a few years ago. It came to me from a hike in the high Rockies of Colorado.. JRW th-cam.com/video/u9gq0udkzv8/w-d-xo.html
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour I grew up with music. Born in December 1958. My older sisters listened to Elvis and Tommy Steele, My father loved military marches (there was a composer a long time ago on my grandmother's side of the family) and my mother probably listened mostly to Jazz. Personally, I grew up with the opinion that ALL music was worth listening to. At least 1 time. I have listened to your music over and over and what I have heard is both interesting and with a message.
@@bo-johandahlqvist Your interest in my music prompts me to send you "A Circle of Life." A recent illness prompted me to do this as a full-length film of the history of my life and music. I am better now with good hospice care and here's the video. I think you'll find it very interesting. th-cam.com/video/asD47qFkabc/w-d-xo.html P.S. I love your family history.
@@mauriceperret5111 Maurcie: The chords themselves are simple but the connections are tricky. I will be in the studio Sunday night and we may have an app that could sort it out. Meanwhile, here is a song I think you will like: th-cam.com/video/-JPVkbIQRNs/w-d-xo.html Love, peace and music from the Old Troubadour John Winn
Maurice, I would suggest that you simply strum the chords slowly as many times as needed before you try to put them with the song. There are "leading" notes between some of the changes,, particularly from major to minor on the verses. These you could add after you are familiar with the chord patterns The three bridge sections are C, D except the third which ends with a G, E=,C, D,,C, D, G passage. The verse patterns are :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G. All of these changes fit with the finger patterns on the video so it will be a good. guide but using the video for checking the finger positions of the chords should be minimal because over=playing the video will take away a lot of the shine so use it but don't loose it.. Double check these chords with another musician if needs be. I am well into my late 80s, My DOB is 04/13/1934. that means I'm soon moving on to 88. I have A=Fib so same as my heart I may have skipped a beat or two. Peace, Love and Music forever and ever, Amen. "The Old Troubadour" John Winn And here it is in French courtesy of google translate Maurice, je suggérerais que vous grattiez simplement les accords lentement autant de fois que nécessaire avant d'essayer de les mettre avec la chanson. Il y a des notes "principales" entre certains des changements, en particulier du majeur au mineur sur les couplets. Vous pouvez les ajouter après vous être familiarisé avec les motifs d'accords. Les trois sections de pont sont C, D sauf la troisième qui se termine par un passage G, E=,C, D, C, D, G. Les modèles de couplet sont :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G. Tous ces changements correspondent aux motifs des doigts sur la vidéo, ce sera donc un bien. guide mais l'utilisation de la vidéo pour vérifier les positions des doigts des accords devrait être minime car trop = jouer la vidéo enlèvera beaucoup de brillance alors utilisez-la mais ne la perdez pas .. Revérifiez ces accords avec un autre musicien si besoin être. Je suis bien dans la fin des années 80, ma date de naissance est le 13/04/1934. cela signifie que je vais bientôt passer à 88. J'ai A = Fib, donc comme mon cœur, j'ai peut-être sauté un battement ou deux. Paix, Amour et Musique pour toujours et à jamais, Amen. "Le vieux troubadour" John Winn
Maurice, je suggérerais que vous grattiez simplement les accords lentement autant de fois que nécessaire avant d'essayer de les mettre avec la chanson. Il y a des notes "principales" entre certains des changements, en particulier du majeur au mineur sur les couplets. Vous pouvez les ajouter après vous être familiarisé avec les motifs d'accords. Les trois sections de pont sont C+, D+ sauf la troisième qui se termine par un passage G, E=,C,, D,,C, D, G. Les modèles de couplet sont :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G. Tous ces changements correspondent aux motifs des doigts sur la vidéo, ce sera donc un bien. guide mais l'utilisation de la vidéo pour vérifier les positions des doigts des accords devrait être minime car trop = jouer la vidéo enlèvera beaucoup de brillance alors utilisez-la mais ne la perdez pas .. Revérifiez ces accords avec un autre musicien si besoin être. Je suis bien dans la fin des années 80, ma date de naissance est le 13/04/1934. cela signifie que je vais bientôt passer à 88. J'ai A = Fib, donc comme mon cœur, j'ai peut-être sauté un battement ou deux. Paix, Amour et Musique pour toujours et à jamais, Amen. "Le vieux troubadour" John Winn
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour John, I also write and sing and post on TH-cam under the nom de plume of Ken Hoyt though at 70 I am a mere youngster. Love to meet sometime.
Ken, I looked you up and many of your favorites are mine as well, Ian and I have been friends from the 1960s. Here's a link to a song of mine that is the namesake to my channel, "The Old Troubadour" the video has a post script to Ian that mentions Navajo Rug that I think you will enjoyth-cam.com/video/cuVr5y6iSQQ/w-d-xo.html
Thanks Dan, daily practice in all aspects of a troubadour's arsenal, thinking, singing, picking and writing keep me going. Then there is the miracle of inspiration. I had been looking for a way to express my feelings about this tragedy around midnight when the first two lines of the first verse came to me. Pen in hand , time passed and at 5:30 am, Voila' I had the song. JRW
Thanks Cuz. I have a new book out on how only the names change. It also describes my theory that protest songs cloaked in good music, poetry and ,performance have staying power. It's available on Amazon in Kindle and print, The kindle version has direct links to videos of the songs. Here's the enormous link www.amazon.com/12-Songs-Old-Troubadour-2002/dp/B0B3X8KFL9/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1MWXVOLBR33GI&keywords=john+winn&qid=1660413626&s=books&sprefix=john+winn%2Cstripbooks%2C298&sr=1-2,
Thank you John for painting the verbal contrast between the horror on the ground and the diplomacy action far removed from the action. What happened to the bears?
Thanks Sarah, peace is more important than just another option. War and preparations for war along with soiled politics and the rapacious greed of humankind are the problems that must needs be addressed immediately. JRW
Great work John 👍👍👍👍👍........ This is what happens when an insane criminal has all the power in a country. It cant end until Putin is held responsible for all the lives lost and damage done to the world. Lets all hope it ends now. Thanks John. Have a Happy Birthday.......... Mines in a week.
As you do so well, you captured the message and your comment on the criminal in charge is well written. BTW, what is the number attached to the annual celebration of your DOB?
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour Only 70.... I celebrate it on a daily basis as I believe you and many others do on our journey through Life. In the end even the bad times are good.
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour I just noticed your reply on "Take Two" for Mother Earth - John and Kristin Winn I usually dont miss them BTW. That gofundme link gets me a page not found...just FYI in case its not intentional. Also ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to you and your whole crew on this one. Also.... Please enlighten me if you would. I notice everything eventually so I just have to ask. What is that on your left hand between your middle and ring finger that looks like a ring?
@@krejdloc Noted, and the object between is a wine cork carved into a shape to help my aging fingers maintain good digital posture for proper string pressure. To my knowledge it's an original orthopedic device of my invention that really works. JRW
Thank you from a Ukrainian. We still fight and still pray for a chance for peace
Hello John, thank you for your quick response and advice. I've only been playing the guitar for a few months but I also play the diatonic accordion, the hurdy-gurdy, the nyckelharpa, so I think I can do it. Congratulations on your commitment to Ukraine and bravo for your videos that I discover. I am 74 years old. Sincerely, Mauritius
Thanks Maurice. I'm sure your musical experience will be a great help. The 70s were good years for me and it sounds like they're going well for you. . John Winn, "The Old Troubadour"
Still we need songwriters like you. We need a world in peace. Thanks for this song from Galicia (Spain)
Thank you Manuel. Here is another song for you. a tribute to John Lennon th-cam.com/video/-JPVkbIQRNs/w-d-xo.html
Great work, John! The introduction shows the important connection between the protest songs of the 60’s and your music of today with its emotional message coming straight from the heart. The video is a clean and perfect package, highlighting your voice, wise and clear. Jon James’s accompaniment with the organ brought it all together wonderfully, and the violin added a piercing emphasis and urgency to the song’s theme.
Thanks David, you nailed it.! JRW
Strong work my friend! As the world, hopefully, turns against this aggression, every voice of reason will inspire more voices to rise. I have no doubt your voice will inspire others to
"give peace a chance".
Thank you Mr. Hawkins. I hope others will listen with the clarity you show in your comments JRW
Heartbreaking, and spot on. Beautiful.
Thank you Linda, When your thoughtful comment came in I was working on a new song book . "A Ballad for Ukraine 2022" is the final musical statement in the book which will be available on Amazon kindle in a few weeks. If you're on FB friend me and I post an announcement when it's published.
ooh my and the tears begin to flow...
This newest war has touched me personally, as my brother-in-law and his wife from the Ukraine, stayed in Kiev as long as they dared, before being able to leave ... as far as Hungary ..
She has a great love of her country, and wants to be close, to return again.... to her homeland
John, you have brought such passion with an understanding in this newest song of your creation.
The time for musicians to write again .... To share so many universal feelings...
For HOPE in this year, 2022
To give strength ...
Thank you ..... dear Troubadour for your words and song this day....
".... for one more time, give Peace a Chance."
Thank you dear Sheri, It's wonderful how you capture the essence of the message.in the song.
Thankyou John ❤️
Since I was 2 I've been wishing on "ducks" for peace. A duck is a sugar cube melted in a teaspoon of coffee when the grownups had dessert they gave that to us leetle kids and we were told to wish. I always wished for peace ~ prayers for peace ~ yes now A Ballad for Ukraine in 2022 Thank You John !
Thanks Ginny, that's a great story.
Love it, John. People need to sit and listen to this song.
Thank you Mark for encouraging people to sit and listen to the messages in this song.
Beautiful as always John!
Thank you Christoffer, I had a lot of things to say and I think the video showed them in a good light. JRW
God Bless John and what a beautiful message. New subber here. ❤
My thanks to you for being a listener who gets the message and music in the song.
This is great. A real Fok Song from "our Time". This should go viral.
Thanks Johnie Beth and 'm glad to hear that you're warm at last.
Very poignant! Protest songs by the greatest generation for the newest generation in a beautiful medium they'll understand. I fly to Poland to travel to Ukraine on Sunday and will be sure to share your emotional music with our Ukrainian brothers and sisters (a Scotsman sharing American Country music). Keep it up Jon!
Paul Ross , My middle name is Ross, it's been in the family for many generations.. The song's message was inspired the citizens of Ukraine's stiff and righteous resistance to the unholy tyranny of this war. Peace, Love and music forever and ever, Amen. "The Old Troubadour".
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour I really know we are related. Ross is on my family tree. i had an ancestor who was a seamstress - Betsy Ross of course.
@@TheJohnieB So very cool Johnie Beth. Cousin Betsy is in my song, "Flag of Freedom" It won 1st place in a patriotic song writing contest in 1980 in the great state of Maine. I lived there for 16 years. th-cam.com/video/-qhgWshrVf0/w-d-xo.html
Really nice John. You said a lot in 4 minutes. All we are saying is Give Peace a Chance. This is one man's war, and he's not listening.
Thank you Bill, and your comment on one mans war is well written and well received.
Hi, John! Great job!
Waiting for a peacefull solution, yes!
@@mariacesarinanoronhamagalh2907 Thanks Maria, Here's a new song that is an extension of The ballad for Ukraine th-cam.com/video/PMjgXIXEFJ8/w-d-xo.html
Great ! I will be #80 too soon .
Mtn Mel , Ret. 59- 82 USN , SERE - POW Inst. / VN Advisor here in W. Colo. tipi camp. SUPER job, Thank You !. I'm still learning and teaching my miliary survival skills . Wish I could and I did try to play music .) . But still flying my Powered Para- Glider. Hang in there Trooper ! --- WE got time for more adventures.
Mel , Welcome to the roaring 80s, you are a man after my heart. I volunteered for two years of active reserve in the army in that brief time between Korea and Nam, MOS, Advanced Infantry ,Speedy 4. Screwed up my back in training and never got called up. That is one helluva military resume you have there and "Hang in there" flying that para glider I too live in Western Colorado,.in Grand Junction. Here's my website with more info www.johnwinnmusic.com and I do FB. JRW
"
Hi John. Snap !
My name's John winn
I live in Bristol England
My dad was a miner from country Durham in northern England
Can tell you there's a few of us Winn's over here
John winn
Words that make you think. Love it
Thank you Bo. Another song that I think you'll find interesting is "Imagine if John Lennon's here today." th-cam.com/video/-JPVkbIQRNs/w-d-xo.html
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour Listened to that also yesterday. I loved it. Best regards
@@bo-johandahlqvist Here's one of my favorites from a few years ago. It came to me from a hike in the high Rockies of Colorado.. JRW th-cam.com/video/u9gq0udkzv8/w-d-xo.html
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour I grew up with music. Born in December 1958. My older sisters listened to Elvis and Tommy Steele, My father loved military marches (there was a composer a long time ago on my grandmother's side of the family) and my mother probably listened mostly to Jazz. Personally, I grew up with the opinion that ALL music was worth listening to. At least 1 time. I have listened to your music over and over and what I have heard is both interesting and with a message.
@@bo-johandahlqvist Your interest in my music prompts me to send you "A Circle of Life." A recent illness prompted me to do this as a full-length film of the history of my life and music. I am better now with good hospice care and here's the video. I think you'll find it very interesting. th-cam.com/video/asD47qFkabc/w-d-xo.html
P.S. I love your family history.
Bravo et merci John pour l’écriture et l’interprétation de ce message d'espoir. From France
My gracious thanks for your comment. It is more beautiful in French than English. JRW
John, Pourriez-vous m’indiquer quels accords guitare vous utilisez pour cette remarquable chanson. Merci beaucoup.
@@mauriceperret5111 Maurcie: The chords themselves are simple but the connections are tricky. I will be in the studio Sunday night and we may have an app that could sort it out. Meanwhile, here is a song I think you will like: th-cam.com/video/-JPVkbIQRNs/w-d-xo.html
Love, peace and music from the Old Troubadour
John Winn
Maurice, I would suggest that you simply strum the chords slowly as many times as needed before you try to put them with the song. There are "leading" notes between some of the changes,, particularly from major to minor on the verses. These you could add after you are familiar with the chord patterns The three bridge sections are C, D except the third which ends with a G, E=,C, D,,C, D, G passage. The verse patterns are :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G.
All of these changes fit with the finger patterns on the video so it will be a good. guide but using the video for checking the finger positions of the chords should be minimal because over=playing the video will take away a lot of the shine so use it but don't loose it.. Double check these chords with another musician if needs be. I am well into my late 80s, My DOB is 04/13/1934. that means I'm soon moving on to 88. I have A=Fib so same as my heart I may have skipped a beat or two. Peace, Love and Music forever and ever, Amen. "The Old Troubadour" John Winn
And here it is in French courtesy of google translate
Maurice, je suggérerais que vous grattiez simplement les accords lentement autant de fois que nécessaire avant d'essayer de les mettre avec la chanson. Il y a des notes "principales" entre certains des changements, en particulier du majeur au mineur sur les couplets. Vous pouvez les ajouter après vous être familiarisé avec les motifs d'accords. Les trois sections de pont sont C, D sauf la troisième qui se termine par un passage G, E=,C, D, C, D, G. Les modèles de couplet sont :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G.
Tous ces changements correspondent aux motifs des doigts sur la vidéo, ce sera donc un bien. guide mais l'utilisation de la vidéo pour vérifier les positions des doigts des accords devrait être minime car trop = jouer la vidéo enlèvera beaucoup de brillance alors utilisez-la mais ne la perdez pas .. Revérifiez ces accords avec un autre musicien si besoin être. Je suis bien dans la fin des années 80, ma date de naissance est le 13/04/1934. cela signifie que je vais bientôt passer à 88. J'ai A = Fib, donc comme mon cœur, j'ai peut-être sauté un battement ou deux. Paix, Amour et Musique pour toujours et à jamais, Amen. "Le vieux troubadour" John Winn
Maurice, je suggérerais que vous grattiez simplement les accords lentement autant de fois que nécessaire avant d'essayer de les mettre avec la chanson. Il y a des notes "principales" entre certains des changements, en particulier du majeur au mineur sur les couplets. Vous pouvez les ajouter après vous être familiarisé avec les motifs d'accords. Les trois sections de pont sont C+, D+ sauf la troisième qui se termine par un passage G, E=,C,, D,,C, D, G. Les modèles de couplet sont :G, E=, C, A=, D, G, E=, C. D, G.
Tous ces changements correspondent aux motifs des doigts sur la vidéo, ce sera donc un bien. guide mais l'utilisation de la vidéo pour vérifier les positions des doigts des accords devrait être minime car trop = jouer la vidéo enlèvera beaucoup de brillance alors utilisez-la mais ne la perdez pas .. Revérifiez ces accords avec un autre musicien si besoin être. Je suis bien dans la fin des années 80, ma date de naissance est le 13/04/1934. cela signifie que je vais bientôt passer à 88. J'ai A = Fib, donc comme mon cœur, j'ai peut-être sauté un battement ou deux. Paix, Amour et Musique pour toujours et à jamais, Amen. "Le vieux troubadour" John Winn
Very nice, John. Pat Solbach recomended you. I'm glad he did.
Ken, thanks foe viewing and tell Pat thanks for the recommendation. "The Old Troubadour>"
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour John, I also write and sing and post on TH-cam under the nom de plume of Ken Hoyt though at 70 I am a mere youngster. Love to meet sometime.
Ken, I looked you up and many of your favorites are mine as well, Ian and I have been friends from the 1960s. Here's a link to a song of mine that is the namesake to my channel, "The Old Troubadour" the video has a post script to Ian that mentions Navajo Rug that I think you will enjoyth-cam.com/video/cuVr5y6iSQQ/w-d-xo.html
Great going John.. I remember you from the Waterville Valley daze…!!
Beautiful, John. Setting forth the hopes of us all.
And as always, beautiful picking. Are you sure your picking fingers are 87 yrs old?
Thanks Dan, daily practice in all aspects of a troubadour's arsenal, thinking, singing, picking and writing keep me going. Then there is the miracle of inspiration. I had been looking for a way to express my feelings about this tragedy around midnight when the first two lines of the first verse came to me. Pen in hand , time passed and at 5:30 am, Voila' I had the song. JRW
August 13, 2022 Nohing's change except for getting worser. Good protest song!
Thanks Cuz. I have a new book out on how only the names change. It also describes my theory that protest songs cloaked in good music, poetry and ,performance have staying power. It's available on Amazon in Kindle and print, The kindle version has direct links to videos of the songs. Here's the enormous link www.amazon.com/12-Songs-Old-Troubadour-2002/dp/B0B3X8KFL9/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1MWXVOLBR33GI&keywords=john+winn&qid=1660413626&s=books&sprefix=john+winn%2Cstripbooks%2C298&sr=1-2,
Thank you John for painting the verbal contrast between the horror on the ground and the diplomacy action far removed from the action.
What happened to the bears?
Thanks Jody, I hope they are soon chased back into the "Woods" where they belong .and leave the :"fish" alone. JRW
Sorry the world needs another anti-war song, but glad you were there to write one.
Thanks Sarah, peace is more important than just another option. War and preparations for war along with soiled politics and the rapacious greed of humankind are the problems that must needs be addressed immediately. JRW
Great work John 👍👍👍👍👍........ This is what happens when an insane criminal has all the power in a country. It cant end until Putin is held responsible for all the lives lost and damage done to the world. Lets all hope it ends now. Thanks John.
Have a Happy Birthday.......... Mines in a week.
As you do so well, you captured the message and your comment on the criminal in charge is well written. BTW, what is the number attached to the annual celebration of your DOB?
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour Only 70.... I celebrate it on a daily basis as I believe you and many others do on our journey through Life. In the end even the bad times are good.
@@johnwinntheoldtroubadour I just noticed your reply on "Take Two" for Mother Earth - John and Kristin Winn
I usually dont miss them BTW.
That gofundme link gets me a page not found...just FYI in case its not intentional.
Also ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ to you and your whole crew on this one.
Also.... Please enlighten me if you would. I notice everything eventually so I just have to ask. What is that on your left hand between your middle and ring finger that looks like a ring?
@@krejdloc Noted, and the object between is a wine cork carved into a shape to help my aging fingers maintain good digital posture for proper string pressure. To my knowledge it's an original orthopedic device of my invention that really works. JRW
Not a song for peace at all!!!